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What is the best way to travel from Bucharest to Istanbul?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights and Buses to Istanbul from Bucharest. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 7 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
11h 10m
£26
£38
5
Flight
1h 20m
£56
£112
33

What is the cheapest way to reach Istanbul from Bucharest?

You can reach Istanbul with just £26 by taking a Bus from Marina Turizm, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
from £26
Wednesday
from £58
Thursday
from £28
Friday
from £33
Saturday
from £33
Sunday
from £33
Monday
from £33

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Marina Turizm
    13h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Bucharest
    Piata Chirigiu Coach Stop
    07:00
    Istanbul
    Aksaray bus station
    0
    Marina Turizm
    Basic
    £26
  • Lüks Oklar Seyahat
    12h 0m
    0
    19:00
    Bucharest
    bus station Rahova
    08:00
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Lüks Oklar Seyahat
    Basic
    £28
  • Kamil Koc
    11h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    10:10
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £33
  • Lilian Express
    13h 0m
    0
    19:00
    Bucharest
    Filaret
    09:00
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Lilian Express
    Basic
    £38
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • TAROM
    1h 50m
    0
    20:35
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    23:25
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £66
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 50m
    0
    20:35
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    23:25
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £66
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    15:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:05
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £70
  • Pegasus Airlines
    7h 25m
    0
    10:25
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:50
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £77
  • Ryanair
    9h 30m
    0
    23:00
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    09:30
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £95
  • Wizz Air
    19h 10m
    0
    23:00
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    19:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £104

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    11:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    14:10
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £58
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    11:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    14:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £61
  • Pegasus Group LTD
    1h 20m
    0
    11:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    14:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £62
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 50m
    0
    15:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:40
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £70
  • TAROM
    1h 50m
    0
    15:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:40
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £73
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    15:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:05
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £76

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Marina Turizm
    13h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Bucharest
    Piata Chirigiu Coach Stop
    07:00
    Istanbul
    Aksaray bus station
    0
    Marina Turizm
    Economy
    £28
  • Lüks Oklar Seyahat
    12h 0m
    0
    19:00
    Bucharest
    bus station Rahova
    08:00
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Lüks Oklar Seyahat
    Basic
    £30
  • Kamil Koc
    11h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    10:10
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £33
  • Lilian Express
    13h 0m
    0
    19:00
    Bucharest
    Filaret
    09:00
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Lilian Express
    Basic
    £39
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Astra Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    10:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    12:50
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Astra Airlines
    Economy
    from £64
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    15:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:05
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £68
  • TAROM
    1h 50m
    0
    15:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:40
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £73
  • Pegasus Group LTD
    1h 20m
    0
    11:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    14:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £78
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    11:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    14:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £78
  • Wizz Air
    18h 40m
    0
    23:00
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    18:40
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £101

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Kamil Koc
    11h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    10:10
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    19h 45m
    0
    23:45
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    20:30
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £46
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • TAROM
    1h 50m
    0
    15:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:40
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £57
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    15:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:05
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £68
  • Pegasus Group LTD
    1h 20m
    0
    15:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £73
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    15:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £73
  • Astra Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    10:10
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    12:30
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Astra Airlines
    Economy
    from £106
  • Wizz Air
    9h 30m
    0
    23:00
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    09:30
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £108

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Kamil Koc
    11h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    10:10
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    19h 45m
    0
    23:45
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    20:30
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • TAROM
    1h 50m
    0
    19:55
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    22:45
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £56
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    15:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:05
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £68
  • Wizz Air
    9h 30m
    0
    23:00
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    09:30
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £90
  • Pegasus Group LTD
    14h 30m
    0
    08:05
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    23:35
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £94
  • Eurowings
    27h 25m
    0
    15:45
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    20:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £103
  • TAROM
    21h 20m
    0
    22:05
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    20:25
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £104

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Kamil Koc
    11h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    10:10
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    19h 45m
    0
    23:45
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    20:30
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £62
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • TAROM
    1h 50m
    0
    19:55
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    22:45
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £57
  • Skyscanner
    15h 50m
    0
    05:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    22:40
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £77
  • LC Perú
    23h 5m
    0
    12:35
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    12:40
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £81
  • Astra Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    10:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    12:50
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Astra Airlines
    Economy
    from £81
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 30m
    0
    21:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    00:20
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £89
  • TAROM
    6h 50m
    0
    12:35
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    20:25
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £99

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Kamil Koc
    11h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    10:10
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    19h 45m
    0
    23:45
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    20:30
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £60

What are the fastest trips from Bucharest to Istanbul?

You can get to Istanbul from Bucharest in just 1h 20m with a Flight from Pegasus Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
from 1h 35m
Wednesday
from 1h 20m
Thursday
from 1h 20m
Friday
from 1h 20m
Saturday
from 1h 35m
Sunday
from 1h 20m
Monday
from 11h 10m

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    15:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:05
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £70
  • TAROM
    1h 50m
    0
    20:35
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    23:25
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £66
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 50m
    0
    20:35
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    23:25
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £66
  • Pegasus Group LTD
    7h 25m
    0
    10:25
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:50
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £105
  • Pegasus Airlines
    7h 25m
    0
    10:25
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:50
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £77
  • Austrian Airlines
    8h 10m
    0
    13:20
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    22:30
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from £198
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Kamil Koc
    11h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    10:10
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £33
  • Lüks Oklar Seyahat
    12h 0m
    0
    19:00
    Bucharest
    bus station Rahova
    08:00
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Lüks Oklar Seyahat
    Basic
    £28
  • Marina Turizm
    13h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Bucharest
    Piata Chirigiu Coach Stop
    07:00
    Istanbul
    Aksaray bus station
    0
    Marina Turizm
    Basic
    £26
  • Lilian Express
    13h 0m
    0
    19:00
    Bucharest
    Filaret
    09:00
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Lilian Express
    Basic
    £38

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    11:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    14:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £61
  • Pegasus Group LTD
    1h 20m
    0
    11:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    14:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £62
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    11:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    14:10
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £58
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    15:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:05
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £76
  • TAROM
    1h 50m
    0
    15:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:40
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £73
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 50m
    0
    15:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:40
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    Istanbul Atatürk Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £70

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Pegasus Group LTD
    1h 20m
    0
    11:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    14:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £78
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    11:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    14:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £78
  • Astra Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    10:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    12:50
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Astra Airlines
    Economy
    from £64
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    15:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:05
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £68
  • TAROM
    1h 50m
    0
    15:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:40
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £73
  • TAROM
    5h 50m
    0
    08:20
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    15:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £143
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Kamil Koc
    11h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    10:10
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £33
  • Lüks Oklar Seyahat
    12h 0m
    0
    19:00
    Bucharest
    bus station Rahova
    08:00
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Lüks Oklar Seyahat
    Basic
    £30
  • Marina Turizm
    13h 0m
    0
    17:00
    Bucharest
    Piata Chirigiu Coach Stop
    07:00
    Istanbul
    Aksaray bus station
    0
    Marina Turizm
    Economy
    £28
  • Lilian Express
    13h 0m
    0
    19:00
    Bucharest
    Filaret
    09:00
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Lilian Express
    Basic
    £39

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Pegasus Group LTD
    1h 20m
    0
    15:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £73
  • Pegasus Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    15:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:10
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from £73
  • Astra Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    10:10
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    12:30
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Astra Airlines
    Economy
    from £106
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    15:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:05
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £68
  • TAROM
    1h 50m
    0
    15:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:40
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £57
  • Austrian Airlines
    6h 25m
    0
    06:55
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    14:20
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from £257
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Kamil Koc
    11h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    10:10
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    19h 45m
    0
    23:45
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    20:30
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £46

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    15:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    18:05
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £68
  • TAROM
    1h 50m
    0
    19:55
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    22:45
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £56
  • Pegasus Group LTD
    8h 25m
    0
    08:05
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    17:30
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £123
  • Wizz Air
    9h 30m
    0
    23:00
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    09:30
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £90
  • Austrian Airlines
    11h 10m
    0
    06:55
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    19:05
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from £181
  • Pegasus Group LTD
    14h 30m
    0
    08:05
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    23:35
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £94
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Kamil Koc
    11h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    10:10
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    19h 45m
    0
    23:45
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    20:30
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Pegasus Group LTD
    1h 20m
    0
    11:20
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    13:40
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Group LTD
    Economy
    from £111
  • Astra Airlines
    1h 20m
    0
    10:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    12:50
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Astra Airlines
    Economy
    from £81
  • Turkish Airlines
    1h 30m
    0
    21:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    00:20
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £89
  • TAROM
    1h 50m
    0
    19:55
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    22:45
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £57
  • TAROM
    6h 50m
    0
    12:35
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    20:25
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £99
  • Wizz Air
    9h 30m
    0
    23:00
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    09:30
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £103
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Kamil Koc
    11h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    10:10
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    19h 45m
    0
    23:45
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    20:30
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £62

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Kamil Koc
    11h 10m
    0
    22:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    10:10
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    Kamil Koc
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    19h 45m
    0
    23:45
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    20:30
    Istanbul
    Esenler Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £60
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Bucharest to Istanbul

What are the most popular stations in Bucharest and Istanbul?

In Bucharest, you will usually depart from north station, Dr. Constantin Istrati Coach Stop or Militari Coach Station, while in Istanbul you will be arriving at Otogar Coach Station, Esenler Coach Station or Sultanahmet Square Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Istanbul from Bucharest? With 12 connections between 7 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bucharest and Istanbul, you can pay as low as £26 with a Bus from Marina Turizm.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Pegasus Airlines: you will get to Istanbul in just 1h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bucharest and Istanbul are Wizz Air, TAROM and Pegasus Group LTD, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Bucharest and Istanbul is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Fundeni or to Üsküdar, and look at flights from Aurel Vlaicu International Airport, and landing at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Bucharest to Istanbul?

The most popular companies between Bucharest and Istanbul, are Wizz Air, TAROM and Pegasus Group LTD. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Kamil Koc, Marina Turizm, FlixBus and 2 more.

Airlines: Wizz Air, TAROM, Pegasus Group LTD and 10 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Bucharest to Istanbul

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bucharest to Istanbul. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Bucharest to Istanbul

How can I reach Istanbul from Bucharest?

Every day, there are on average 12 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Istanbul from Bucharest.

How far is Istanbul from Bucharest?

The distance between Bucharest and Istanbul is 447.0 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bucharest and Istanbul?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 12 kgs of CO2, a train 16 kgs, a car 76 kgs, and a flight 110 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bucharest to Istanbul?

You can get to Istanbul with just £26 by taking a Bus from Marina Turizm.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Istanbul?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Istanbul in just 1h 20m with a Flight from Pegasus Airlines.

More routes to Bucharest and to Istanbul

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bucharest and to Istanbul. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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